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Riverhead Free Library will host a one-day NYS Safe Boating Certification Course sponsored by Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio and offered by Safe Boating America. Pre-registration is required; participants must be at least 10 years old, and successful completion provides same-day certification.
The Tot Lounge hosts a Mommy & Me soft play and workshop session for moms and children ages 12 months to 8 years. Each session includes a photo setup with one-on-one photo time, plus activities to build a bouquet, build a bear and write a card for Mom. Limited to 10 children per session; registration required.
The Butterfly Effect Project’s annual Wo/Men Empower Wo/Men Luncheon will be held May 9 at Rock Hill Country Club in Manorville. The event recognizes community members and raises support for youth programs serving ages 5 to 18.
Riverhead Rotary’s 30th Annual East End Garden Festival brings a giant plant sale to Tanger Outlets in Riverhead May 3 through May 10. The free event supports Riverhead Rotary Charities, Operation International and Peconic Bay Medical Center, and includes a raffle with prizes up to $10,000.
The New York State Office of the Comptroller will explain how to search for and claim unclaimed funds you may be owed. The free program takes place at Riverhead Free Library.
McGuire’s Hearing Centers staff will offer free hearing screenings and video otoscopy at the Riverhead Free Library. No registration is required.
Twin Fork Beer Co. hosts a candle-making workshop led by Curiously Creative Candles. The $50 fee includes supplies to make two candles and one drink, with pizza and pretzel specials available all night.
Riverhead Free Library hosts an Audiobook Walking Group on the Blue Owl Trail at Sears Bellows County Park. Bring an audiobook to listen to while walking, or enjoy the sounds of nature on an easy 1 to 2 mile hike.
Riverhead Free Library will host a free chair boxing class with instructor Johnathan Arroyo. No experience is required, and gloves and equipment will be provided.
Burner Prudenti Law, P.C. will present a free estate-planning talk at Riverhead Free Library covering essential documents, the probate process and common misconceptions. The program will also discuss ways to protect assets and will include time for questions.
North Fork Community Theatre stages Cole Porter’s musical comedy “Anything Goes,” set aboard the S.S. American. Performances run May 14-17, May 21-24 and May 28-31, with evening shows Thursday through Saturday and Sunday matinees.
North Fork Community Theatre stages Cole Porter’s musical comedy “Anything Goes,” set aboard the S.S. American. Performances run May 14-17, May 21-24 and May 28-31, with evening shows Thursday through Saturday and Sunday matinees.
Riverhead Free Library will screen “Benedict Arnold: A Question of Honor” as part of its Movie Matinee Friday series. The free program begins at 1 p.m. and includes concession stand snacks; no registration is required.
North Fork Community Theatre stages Cole Porter’s musical comedy “Anything Goes,” set aboard the S.S. American. Performances run May 14-17, May 21-24 and May 28-31, with evening shows Thursday through Saturday and Sunday matinees.
The Wailers perform at The Suffolk as part of their “50 Years of Positive Vibrations” tour, celebrating the 50th anniversary of “Rastaman Vibration.” The set includes select songs from the album along with classic tracks, with the band led by Aston Barrett Jr. and joined by vocalist Mitchell Brunings.
East End Food hosts its final spring pop-up market of the season at the East End Food Hub in Riverhead. Shop about 25 local farm, food, beverage and craft vendors, including vegetables, herb plants, flowers and sourdough bread.
Roanoke Avenue PTO will host its 2nd Annual Family Fun Community Day on May 16 in Riverhead. The free event features family games and activities, entertainment, vendors, community resources, food trucks and more than 100 basket raffles.
Hallockville Museum Farm’s Long Island Fleece & Fiber Festival returns May 16 with live sheep and llama shearing, spinning and weaving demonstrations, and a marketplace of regional fiber artists. The day also includes workshops, family activities, live music, food vendors and a bake sale.
Rooted: A Local Spring Festival is a walkable community event in Historic Downtown Wading River with live music, a curated artisan and makers market, food trucks, a beer garden and family activities. The festival runs Saturday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is free to attend.
North Fork Community Theatre stages Cole Porter’s musical comedy “Anything Goes,” set aboard the S.S. American. Performances run May 14-17, May 21-24 and May 28-31, with evening shows Thursday through Saturday and Sunday matinees.
